Encore Resort for Families

Encore Resort for kids

As one of the best Orlando Resorts for families, Encore Resort at Reunion offers a fantastic range of family-friendly amenities and exclusive activities. These top-tier amenities are available to guests staying in Encore Resort villas with resort membership. From a 10-acre water park and sports’ courts to a great choice of dining options, an indoor arcade, kids’ playroom and daily activities, organized resort events and more, families will enjoy plenty of entertainment, within the exclusive comfort of their gated community.

The resort caters to toddlers, children, teenagers and adults, making it particularly well suited to multigenerational vacations and family groups.

The Water Park at Encore Resort

• Open daily, 11am — 6pm.* *Weather permitting. Hours subject to change.

At the heart of Encore Resort at Reunion is the 10-acre water park - one of the community’s standout family amenities. Available to guests staying in villas with resort membership, families can dive into the large sun-drenched swimming pool, lazy river, interactive splash pad, poolside dining and private cabanas, for a combination of high-energy fun and relaxed water park moments.

Older kids and adults who meet the height requirements can also take on three colorful water slide rides, which descend from the water park’s iconic 60-foot tower:

• Stormchaser — revel in the suspense of the countdown, before plummeting down a dramatic vertical drop.
• WaveRacer — race your buddy, with a side-by-side waterslide race on mats. The fastest wins!
• Tsunami — take on this twisting dark tube slide either riding solo or with a companion on a tandem raft!

Guests must be at least 48 inches tall to use the main water slides. Younger visitors can instead soak up the action-packed Surfing Safari Kids’ Splash Area, featuring 4 child-sized slides, water cannons, climbing bridges and interactive water fountains.

Private cabana rental pacakages are also available to reserve, providing shaded seating close to the pools and slides. Food, drinks and selected spa services can all be arranged at the cabanas, for elevated resort-style relaxation and service parents will love!

Luna Arcade at Encore Resort

• Open daily, from 7am — 11pm.

Located in the clubhouse near the water park, Encore Resort’s air-conditioned Luna Arcade offers some classic downtime from the Florida sunshine or seasonal weather. Its collection of racing games, prize machines and other arcade favorites such as guitar battle will appeal to families of all ages!

Before the knock-out games begin, why not head to the Cotton Candy ATM in the clubhouse? Kids will love selecting a shape, colors and toppings, before watching a machine create their edible design! It's open 24/7, meaning there's always a good time to enjoy this!

The East Side Amenity Center at Encore Resort

The East Side Amenity Center offers another welcoming space for families to meet, play and enjoy the Florida weather.

You'll find dedicated sports' facilities here, including a full-size basketball court and a sand volleyball court. Basketballs and other sporting equipment is available from the main clubhouse.

Younger children can enjoy the outdoor playground with climbing bars, slides and playful obstacles. Little ones can also cool off in the neighboring splash pad, with spouting water features and shaded seating.

The East Side Pavilion and BBQ area also provides covered seating for up to 40 people. With covered seating and two in-ground BBQ grills, its a fantastic space for family cookouts, relaxed birthday celebrations and informal group gatherings.

Encore Resort Activities for Kids and Families

Encore Resort features a dedicated indoor kids' play room, complemented by an ever-changing monthly calendar of organized activities, seasonal clubs and events. Families of all ages will be able to enjoy the poolside games, arts and crafts, family competitions, fitness sessions, movie nights and seasonal entertainment.

Fun kids' club activities also include:

• Build Your Own Sundae
• Slime Time
• Bingo
• Tie-dye making
• Ping-pong tournaments
• Resort scavenger hunts
• Pool parties
• Arts and crafts

Encore Resort for Teenagers and Older Families

Encore Resort is not only designed for younger children. Teenagers and adults can stay amused and active with:

• The 10-acre water park with 3 waterslides
• Indoor Luna Arcade
• 2 hard-surface Tennis Courts
• 3 sand Volleyball Courts
• Basketball Courts (1 full-size and 1 half-size)
• Full-size Soccer pitch (soccer balls are available in the clubhouse)
• Fitness Center
• Surrey bike rentals (minimum age restrictions apply)
• Daily Encore Resort activities

Families can organize their own friendly tournament, follow their usual exercise routine or explore the resort together on a Surrey bike. Encore Resort at Reunion also offers complimentary theme park shuttles, enabling families to easily reach all major Disney World and Universal Studios parks as well as other top attractions. Head to the clubhouse concierge desk for more details on the shuttle times and how to make a reservation.

Encore Resort Fitness Center

• Open daily, 6am — 10pm*. *Confirm the hours with concierge, as times can vary depending on the season.

Located at the clubhouse, Encore Resort’s fitness center features cardio and strength-training equipment for guests who want to exercise during their vacation.

Available equipment includes:

• Treadmills
• Stationary bikes
• All-in-one strength machines
• Free weights

Encore Resort Sports' Facilities

Encore Resort offers an impressive selection of outdoor courts and playing areas for casual games, group activities and sports-focused vacations.

Basketball

Older kids will love shooting some hoops. The resort has a full-size basketball court at the East Side Amenity Center and a half court near the clubhouse. Basketballs are available from the clubhouse (and are subject to availability).

Volleyball

For a beach-ready vacation vibe, guests can play on 3 sand volleyball courts. You’ll find 2 situated near the main clubhouse, while the 3rd is located at the East Side Amenity Center.

Tennis

Guests craving a competitive game will relish a match on the 2 maintained hard-surface tennis courts, positioned near the main clubhouse. Guests can easily reserve a court by visiting the clubhouse.

Soccer

Soccer fans will find a regulation-size soccer field located behind the water park. Providing space for practice sessions, friendly matches and family kickabouts, the field offers a great way to let off steam! Soccer balls can be collected from the clubhouse.

For added wow factor, Encore Resort at Reunion is partnered with football legend Dan Marino, so request more information from the clubhouse on his next upcoming promotional visits to the resort.

Surrey Bike Rentals at Encore Resort

• Daily, starting at 11am.

Surrey bike rentals offer a fun way for families to explore Encore Resort together. These multi-seat, pedal-powered bikes provide shade from the Florida sunshine and are particularly enjoyable for groups who want to tour the community at a leisurely pace.

Smaller families can choose to hire a Single Bench Surrey Bike (seats 4) whilst larger families can double up, with a Double Bench Surrey Bike (seats 8).

Availability, rental times and charges can vary, so arrangements should be checked with the resort during the stay. Safety rules apply.

Spa & Wellness Services at Encore Resort

Tempted by some pampering? Parents and grandparents can add a little relaxation to their family vacation, with Encore Resort’s in-home spa treatments as well as poolside spa services under the shade of their cabana rental.

Available treatments include:

• Swedish, deep-tissue and customized massages
• Hot-stone treatments
• Facials
• Mini manicures and pedicures
• Poolside massages at the water park
• Spa parties and private events

Services are subject to availability and should normally be arranged in advance. In-villa spa treatments and pamper packages for Birthday parties and other special occasions can also be arranged through our Top Villas Concierge team.

Dining at Encore Resort for kids and families

Encore Resort has a varied selection of restaurants, bars, takeaway options and villa-delivery services, making it easy to plan meals around pool days, theme-park visits and relaxed evenings at home.

Finns Restaurant

• Open daily, 11am–9pm Price range: $$

Enjoy easy-going family meals at Finns, Encore Resort’s warm and welcoming sit-down restaurant. The varied menu includes towering burgers, hearty sandwiches, crisp salads, pasta dishes, grilled entrées and shareable starters, with plant-based and gluten-friendly choices also available.

Guests can start the day with the breakfast buffet, stop by for a relaxed lunch or settle in for dinner after a busy day at the water park or theme parks. With dine-in, takeaway and delivery to your vacation home available, Finns makes group dining simple, while the team can also assist with allergies and special dietary requirements.

The Bis Grill

• Open daily, 11am – 4pm. Seasonal hours may apply
• Price range: $$

For carefree water park days, families will love this poolside eatery, located just steps away from the water. The Bis Grill serves plenty of favorites including hot dogs, pizzas chicken wings, fresh Caesar salad and quesadilla, alongside a kids menu and wide choice of beverages – from smoothies and mocktails to specialty cocktails and draft and bottle beer.

Shark Lounge

• Open daily, 11am – 9pm. Seasonal hours may apply
• Price range: $$

Enjoy some casual light bites with pals and watch the game, or savor a sneaky date night whilst the grandparents are babysitting, at the on-resort Shark Lounge.

Offering daily Happy Hour Specials as well as Appetizer specials, guests can easily sip a drink and relax. You'll find a super selection of hand-crafted signature cocktails, wine, draft and bottled beer, prosecco and wine, ensuring there's something to suit every grown-up tastebud!

Encore Coffee House

• Open daily, typically 7.30am – 3pm. Seasonal hours may apply
• Price range: $

Encore Coffee House serves Starbucks drinks alongside snacks and grab-and-go food. It's a useful stop for morning coffee, breakfast on the move or an afternoon pick-me-up.

Nico’s Pizza and home delivery

• Open: Typically Saturday & Sunday, 3pm–8.30pm
• Price range: $$
• Service: Delivery only (charge applies).

For carefree, family movie nights in, Nico's Pizza delivery service is for you! Delivering homemade pizzas, crispy chicken wings, fresh salads and indulgent desserts, it's time for you to kick back and enjoy a fun at-home dining moment in the comfort of your villa!

Private Chefs, Catering and In-Villa Dining

Families celebrating a birthday, reunion or milestone occasion can enjoy a more personalized meal, without leaving their vacation home. Our dedicated Top Villas Concierge team can help arrange everything from party decorations and celebration cakes to surprise character meets, private chef experiences and more.

Whatever the occasion, our private chef experience, in-villa catering, character breakfasts, optional kosher-friendly catering and bartender experiences promise to deliver the ultimate finesse to your special moment.

Select resort restaurants also offer a dine-in food delivery service, perfect for casual family meal moments in the comfort of your villa.

Parties at the East Side Pavilion

Looking to host a party? The covered East Side Pavilion at Encore Resort at Reunion is a party venue space and can seat up to 40 people, with 2 BBQ grills on hand. Its position beside the playground, splash pad and sports facilities makes it a convenient gathering place for family birthday celebrations, relaxed BBQ parties and group cookouts.

Guests planning a private event should contact Encore Resort at Reunion in advance to confirm their requirements, make any catering arrangements and be informed of the hire facility rules.

Encore Resort concierge and shuttle services

Encore Resort operates an on-site Concierge desk where guests can request resort information, make restaurant reservations, book resort activities, ask for directions and enquire about local transportation, attraction tickets and equipment rentals.

Internal Encore Resort shuttle

Get around with ease, with a ride on the complimentary internal shuttle, which connects vacation homes with the Encore Clubhouse. The shuttle runs daily between 10am and 7pm, with exact schedules available from the Concierge desk.

Encore Resort theme-park shuttle

Another great reason to stay? For families looking to experience the magic, Encore Resort is one of the few Orlando resorts near Disney World with shuttle service.

This complimentary transportation to Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort and other top Orlando attractions helps families to unlock the parks, with ease. Shuttle schedules vary depending on the season and spaces are limited, so pre-book your shuttle seats in advance, through the resort’s on-site Concierge or transportation desk.

Personal Concierge services for Top Villas guests

Families who book with Top Villas also benefit from our personal Travel Planner support, as well as 5-star services from our dedicated Concierge team.

We're here to help tailor your entire villa vacation, from start to finish! Depending on availability, our Concierge team can assist with:

• Airport transfers and private transportation
• Car rental
• Custom Travel Itineraries
• Orlando Theme-park tickets, VIP tours & experiences
• Best-rate Disney World tickets
• Universal Studios Park tickets
• Pre-arrival grocery deliveries
• Housekeeping
• Restaurant reservations
• Private chefs and meal deliveries
• Kosher catering
• Babysitting and baby-equipment rentals
• In-villa massages, facials and spa treatments
• Golf tee times & buggy rental
• Yoga sessions
• Celebration cakes, decorations and hampers
• Character experiences and family surprises
• Birthday parties, private functions and milestone celebrations
• Local visitor experiences
• Bespoke requests

Contact us today and we’ll help you create your perfect Encore Resort family vacation package!

Book an Encore Resort vacation home for families

Whether you are planning an Orlando vacation with your immediate family or bringing several generations together, our Encore Resort vacation homes provide the space and privacy needed for a comfortable group stay.

Our collection includes spacious 4 to 23-bedroom Encore Resort at Reunion villas, with open concept living areas and private swimming pools. Enjoy optional family amenities including themed children’s bedrooms, games rooms, movie theaters, home bars, summer kitchens and impressive outdoor entertainment areas. Some of our best family villas also enjoy enhanced pool features, including slides or fountains.

Booking a resort villa with Encore Resort at Reunion membership also unlocks access to all the amazing resort amenities, organized activities and kids’ clubs. So get ready to enjoy the ultimate family ‘vacay’, with Top Villas!